Seleucid kings, Anthiochus II, 261 – 246
Tetradrachm, Sardes circa 261-264, AR 17.12 g. Diademed head r. Rev. ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ – ΑΝΤΙΟΧΟΥ Apollo seated l. on omphalos, holding bow and arrow; in exergue, ΠN and AI both in monograms. WSM 1387, pl. lvi 2 (these dies). SC 518d.
A magnificent portrait in the finest Hellenistic style, perfectly struck and
centred in high relief. Superb old cabinet tone and extremely fine
Ex Freeman & Sear Manhattan sale II, 2011, Peter Gruber, 69.
Price realized | 22'000 CHF |
Starting price | 16'000 CHF |
Estimate | 20'000 CHF |